Ethnocentrism
Definition
Ethnocentrism: Belief in the superiority of one's nation or ethnic group, often accompanied by feelings of dislike for other groups. The evaluation of other cultures according to preconceptions originating in the standards and customs of one's own culture.
Questions
Do you think most humans are ethnocentric?
Is ethnocentrism a bad thing?
What is one way to challenge or fight against ethnocentrism?
What is the opposite of ethnocentric?
Fill in the blank map below with how an ethnocentric American would view each country or area.What do you think ethnocentrism means?
Use ethnocentrism in a sentence.
Think of an example of ethnocentrism in current events:
Find an image of ethnocentrism (I hope it's not a selfie):
What emoji best illustrates the idea of ethnocentrism?
Make an argument about whether Donald Trump is enthocentric?
Remember!
Now, let’s commit this term to our long-term memory. On a scrap piece of paper, take 10 or 20 seconds to draw ethnocentrism! Draw with symbols or stick figures if you wish. Nothing fancy. Don’t expect a masterpiece. No one else will see this but you. Look at your drawing. That’s all - now it’s downloaded into your memory. Destroy the piece of paper in a most delightful way.
Example
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